HIGH DESERT MIDDLE SCHOOL

High Desert Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Bend-LaPine Administrative SD 1 school district, located in Bend, OR with about 793 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, High Desert Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

High Desert Middle School, located in Bend, Oregon, is a public institution serving students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Bend-La Pine Schools district. The school is situated in the southern part of Bend and is known for fostering a collaborative educational environment that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development. By focusing on the unique needs of adolescents, the school aims to prepare its students for the transition to high school through a diverse curriculum and a wide array of extracurricular activities.

Beyond its core academic offerings, High Desert Middle School is recognized for its commitment to community and student engagement. The school leverages its location in Central Oregon to offer students various opportunities for experiential learning and outdoor education. Through its dedicated staff and active parent involvement, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop critical thinking skills, and contribute positively to their school community.

For more information, contact High Desert Middle School at (541) 355-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

61000 Diamondback Ln
Bend, OR 97702
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HIGH DESERT MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Bend, OR with about 793 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Oregon

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
793
Teachers:
35.48
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Supplemental Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 793 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending HIGH DESERT MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
72.0%
Hispanic/Latino
22.8%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian
1.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.